Archive for the ‘Gadgets’ Category
Friday, April 4th, 2025
Tech-U-Can Use (TUCU): Guest reviewer Jennifer Lee was headed to New York to receive a work-related award and for vacation so I gave her a Belkin BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Power Bank with Qi2 15W 10K for her trip. Here’s her experience with the MagSafe-compatible power bank.
Belkin BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Power Bank with Qi2 15W 10K in New York — keeping the iPhone juiced up to snap that money shot of the Statue of Liberty.
I brought this Belkin power bank with me on a recent trip to New York City, and honestly, it was a game changer.
The Belkin power bank in Central Park, New York.
Super easy to use — no cables, no setup.
Just snap it onto the back of your phone and you’re good to go.
The magnetic hold is strong and secure, so I never had to worry about it falling off while walking around or pulling it in and out of my bag.
What I really liked was how hassle-free it felt.
I could keep using my phone while it charged — taking photos, using maps, browsing, listening to music — and didn’t have to think about where to plug in.
It’s about the same weight as my iPhone Pro, so not too heavy to carry around all day. I just tossed it in my bag and brought it everywhere with me.
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Tags:accessories, Apple, Belkin, BoostCharge, iPhone, power banks, reviews, travel, TUCU
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Friday, March 14th, 2025
Founded in 2017 as a startup and acquired by Signify in 2019, WiZ showcased its smart lighting products and capability in a rebranding campaign in Singapore. It is one of two main consumer smart lighting brands (together with Philips Hue) owned by Signify.
The event was hosted at Smart Living Gallery in Singapore, an experiential space where homeowners can discover and interact with the latest smart home innovations.
The showcase, held at Smart Living Gallery, highlighted how WiZ makes smart home automation effortless — allowing users to manage their lights anywhere, anytime via voice control or the intuitive WiZ app.
Where to Buy
WiZ smart lighting products are available on Shopee and Lazada for convenient online shopping.
Additionally, consumers can explore WiZ in person at Smart Living Gallery, DIYovation, A&S Lighting, Curtain Gallery and Best Denki outlets.
Attendees explored WiZ key lighting features, including SpaceSense, a Wi-Fi-sensing solution for smart lights; and Music Sync, which makes smart lights react to the rhythm of the music by using the smartphone’s microphone.
At the showcase, WiZ demonstrated how its smart lights integrate seamlessly with Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri Shortcuts, and Matter, ensuring compatibility with any smart home ecosystem for a truly connected experience.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:appliances, events, IoT, lighting, showcase, Signify, Singapore, smart, WiZ
Posted in Accessories, Appliances, audioVisual, Decor, Events, events, Exhibition, Gadgets, gadgets, Home, Internet of Things, IoT, Lifestyle, Lighting, Press Release, Signify, Singapore | 5 Comments »
Thursday, March 13th, 2025
PRISM+ has entered the laundry appliances market with the launch of its Monsoon Laundry Series and unveiling of premium Cyclone Laundry Series — both including washers, dryers and washer/dryer combos. Price and availability below.
The new Laundry Series from PRISM+ will feature Singapore’s first UV-light sanitation dryer.
Starting out with TVs and gaming monitors, PRISM+ has grown into a company offering home technology and appliances.
Following the launch of its refrigerator products one year ago, the local company has launched its first laundry products with its Monsoon lineup of front load washers, heat pump dryers with UV-light sanitation and washer/dryer combos.
Prices and availability of the PRISM+ Monsoon Laundry Series. Prices for the Space Grey colour are S$20 higher than the white version.
For those looking for premium features, PRISM+ will introduce the Cyclone Series in Q2 2025 — with AI-driven washing, auto detergent dosing, and an ultra-quiet Direct Drive motor.
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Tags:appliances, dryers, Home, new arrivals, PRISM+, Singapore, washers, washing machines
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Thursday, February 20th, 2025
The ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD (S$799) is a portable monitor with two 14-inch OLED screens to enable users to extend or mirror laptop content across two displays via a single USB-C connection.
ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD will be available in Singapore in mid-March 2025 for S$799.
Key highlights of the ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD include the following.
- Dual 14″ OLED panels each have 16:10 aspect ratio, 1920 x 1200 resolution to create a workspace with an area equivalent to a 20″ monitor.
- 100% DCI-P3 gamut, Delta E <2 color accuracy, plus DisplayHDR True Black certification ensure exceptional visuals.
- Versatile ultraportable 1.07kg design features durable 360° hinge, tripod socket, integrated fold-out kickstand to prop device in landscape or portrait orientation.
- Flexible connectivity options include mini-HDMI and two USB Type-C ports, and DisplayWidget Center software enables automatic screen rotation.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Asus, monitors, new arrivals, OLED, portable, Singapore, ZenScreen
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Monday, December 2nd, 2024
Homegrown company myFirst unveiled its latest smartwatch Fone S4 (S$299)and camera with instant printer Insta 20 (S$139). Both available from January 2025, with pre-orders beginning on 27 December 2024.
myFirst’s Fone S4 smartwatch lets kids receive “secret messages” from parents in the form of customised vibration patterns.
The new Fone S4 comes with a slew of new features, includingmagiCode which lets parents use custom vibration patterns as a unique “morse code” system.
Intimate messages like a gentle buzz for “I miss you” offer a meaningful and fun way to stay connected throughout the day.
myFirst Fone S4 smartwatch — Features and specifications at a glance.
Fone S4 also has a 1.65-inch AMOLED screen – the largest in the myFirst smartwatch range – and an always-on display, ensuring the time and date remain visible without needing to wake the device manually.
There is also a gamification feature that transforms routines into rewarding adventures.
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Tags:cameras, instant, kids, local, myFirst, new arrivals, printers, smartwatches
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Friday, September 20th, 2024
The Huawei Watch Ultimate Green Edition was unveiled during the Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona, Spain and introduces Advanced Golf features and enhanced outdoor experiences.
The Huawei WATCH Ultimate Green Edition will be available for pre-order in Singapore starting September 26, 2024 — the date for the APAC launch in Kuala Lumpur. Stay tuned for local prices as I will be attending the launch.
The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate sports a Zirconium-based liquid metal material case and 100-metre true submersible water resistance, making it Huawei’s first 10 ATM smartwatch under the ISO 22810:2010 standard and with EN13319 certification for diving accessories which supports dives with a maximum depth of 100 metres.
Additionally, it offers up to 14-days of battery life.
The new Green Edition introduces a new Green colourway, an Advanced Golf Course Mode and upgraded Expedition Mode features.
More details below about the smartwatch from the press release.
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Tags:Barcelona, events, golf, Huawei, new arrivals, smartwatches, Spain, wearables
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Thursday, September 19th, 2024
The Huawei Innovative Product launch in Barcelona, Spain introduced a slew of exciting wearables (Huawei GT 5 Series, Huawei Watch D2, and Huawei Watch Ultimate Green Edition) and tablets (Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2-inch and Huawei MatePad Air).
The Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona unveils next-gen wearables experience and seamless productivity with tablets.
Products will be available for pre-order in Singapore starting September 26, 2024 — the date for the APAC launch in Kuala Lumpur.
Stay tuned as I will be attending the launch.
During the Barcelona launch, Alex Huang, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Consumer BG, emphasised the brand’s global impact and commitment to innovation.
Highlighting Huawei’s commitment to blend cutting-edge technology, fashion, and creativity, into the products, seamlessly integrating them into consumers’ daily lives, the brand continues to inspire consumers through campaigns such as Light Up Your Rings initiative and GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity.
Some highlights below from the Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona.
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Tags:Barcelona, events, Huawei, new arrivals, Spain, tablets, wearables
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Friday, July 5th, 2024
StarHub and the National University of Singapore (NUS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today to collaborate on building Singapore’s first ‘Borderless University’.
Tan Shui-Min (left), Chief Information Technology Officer, National University of Singapore and Tan Kit Yong (right), Head of Enterprise Business Group, StarHub at the Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony.
The collaboration aims to elevate campus experience, enhance network connectivity and drive cutting-edge innovation.
It will leverage ultra-fast, uninterrupted and borderless connectivity, through the deployment of state-of-the-art digital infrastructure, to further elevate the University’s aspirations in education, research and innovation.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:5G, cellular, mobile, MOU, networks, NUS, security, Singapore, StarHub, VPN
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Friday, June 28th, 2024
With the advent of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), the landscape of satellite phone availability is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. Allison Freedman at Keysight Technologies shares that satellite service will be accessible to billions of mobile phone subscribers worldwide, heralding a new era of connectivity.
Traditionally, satellite communications have been reserved for specialised terminals with cumbersome antennas and costly subscription plans. But in a world where communication is paramount, access to reliable networks is not just a luxury but a necessity.
5G NTN, introduced as part of the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP)’s Release 17, distinguishes itself from traditional satellite networks through network-assisted operations.
This innovative approach involves base stations assisting in establishing and managing cell phone connections to satellites.
5G NTN Technology Overview
By adjusting the timing of radio frames and compensating for link frequency errors caused by satellite movement, 5G NTN makes it easier for user terminals to tolerate satellite link characteristics.
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Tags:5G, byline, cellular, commentary, comms, interviews, Keysight, mobile, network, NTN, opinion, Satellite, space, Tech Focus, technology, testing
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Thursday, June 27th, 2024
The Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer offers a new versatile point-of-sale (POS) printing solution that supports the operational demands of the Retail and Food & Beverage industry. Available now in Singapore.
The versatile Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer has built in multiple connectivity options, paper de-curl mechanism and UTF-8 font support.
The new Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer streamlines operations, enhances customer experiences, and elevates efficiency for businesses.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Business IT, Epson, new arrivals, POS, printers, Singapore, thermal
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Tech Focus: Satellite Services for Everyone – Heralding a New Era of Connectivity
Friday, June 28th, 2024With the advent of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), the landscape of satellite phone availability is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. Allison Freedman at Keysight Technologies shares that satellite service will be accessible to billions of mobile phone subscribers worldwide, heralding a new era of connectivity.
Traditionally, satellite communications have been reserved for specialised terminals with cumbersome antennas and costly subscription plans. But in a world where communication is paramount, access to reliable networks is not just a luxury but a necessity.
5G NTN, introduced as part of the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP)’s Release 17, distinguishes itself from traditional satellite networks through network-assisted operations.
This innovative approach involves base stations assisting in establishing and managing cell phone connections to satellites.
5G NTN Technology Overview
By adjusting the timing of radio frames and compensating for link frequency errors caused by satellite movement, 5G NTN makes it easier for user terminals to tolerate satellite link characteristics.
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Tags:5G, byline, cellular, commentary, comms, interviews, Keysight, mobile, network, NTN, opinion, Satellite, space, Tech Focus, technology, testing
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